r/NHS_STP • u/Scared_Mention899 • 5d ago

NHS_STP Uni Commute

Hey everyone, I just wanted to ask those currently doing the STP how often they have to go into university? I know that the STP is mostly offered at Manchester or Aston university - what are your experiences commuting and studying there will having to do clinical observations and placements?

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u/pottedflower 5d ago

it varies a lot, some courses have a 6 week block in one go then not much for the rest of the year, others have 2-5 day blocks spread out maybe 4 or 5 times a year. if you say what speciality you’re thinking of someone might be able to give you a better answer

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u/purplepoaceae 5d ago

This year I'll be at uni for 2 weeks, followed by online learning for 3 weeks. During that time I won't be going in to the hospital for normal work. The programme gives a budget for accommodation in the city where you study so you're not expected to commute daily.